Sleep Apnea Support Group

Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by brief interruptions of breathing during sleep. People with sleep apnea partially awaken as they struggle to breathe, but in the morning they may not be aware of sleep disturbances.

This machine is driving me crazy!!!!!

It has been 2 weeks now. I hate this machine. I have the nasel pillows. They either fall off, or I am knocking them off. I am awake more now then I was befor the machine. Trying to put it back to gether in the dark. Then my nose starts drying out. I don't meen to sound like a big baby, but I am very frustrated. Any suggestions.

I haven't tried the nasal pillows, I just don't see any way I could keep those on. I use a nose mask, it didn't take all that long to get used to it, and it helps me so much. Also, ask your doctor about adding a humidifier to your cpap. The one I have is just a flat plasic box with one hose in from the machine, and the other hose fits on an opening and goes to my mask the same as always, except from the box instead of directly from the machine itself. The box is filled with water, so the air is moist when you breathe it. I still have a problem with dry mouth, but I think it's my meds now, as it is much better than without the humidifier. I also have oxygen to my cpap, which increases the drying effect. I've been told you can also get something to put in the water that helps a lot, but I haven't tried that. Hope this helps. Hang in there, the cpap will make a difference when you get used to it, and it can save your life.

i tried the nasal pillows and i couldn't stand them , i am using a nasal mask . its been over a year and i am finally beginning to adjust to sleeping with the mask . i have a humidifer on my machine and that helps .

I gave my 2 week notice last Friday 13th. Now to join you fine people in a life of leisure and nothing else to do but to look out for myself....is it just me or does that sound pretty boring? My goal was to live to retire and I guess having to take early retirement because of health reasons wasn't exactly the way I had planned things. I just can't stay in that building that is reeking mildew...

Has anyone tried these supplements? Do they give MGers more quality of life by improving memory and overall well being?Thanks!Barbel

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